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Memory Ballooning and KSM on KVM/Proxmox: Optimize RAM to Run More Virtual Machines

By admin May 1, 2026

Memory Ballooning and KSM (Kernel Same-page Merging) are two RAM optimization techniques that let you run more VMs on the same hardware without upgrading your server. This guide covers practical configuration on KVM/Proxmox with a real-world comparison of the trade-offs for each approach.

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USB Passthrough on KVM and Proxmox: Connecting Security Dongles, Cameras, and 3G Modems to Virtual Machines

By admin May 1, 2026

A guide to configuring USB Passthrough on KVM and Proxmox to pass security dongles, 3G modems, and USB cameras directly into virtual machines. Covers virsh XML configuration, Proxmox Web UI, permission error handling, and an auto-attach script.

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Build Your Own Pro VDI System with Proxmox and Apache Guacamole: Smooth Remote Desktop via Browser

By admin April 28, 2026

Learn how to build a professional personal VDI system. Use Proxmox VE and Apache Guacamole for smooth access to Windows/Linux VMs via a web browser, optimized for speed and security.

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Mastering HashiCorp Packer: Automating Proxmox and VMware VM Template Creation

By admin April 24, 2026

Learn how to use HashiCorp Packer to automate the Virtual Machine (VM) template creation process on Proxmox and VMware. Save 90% of setup time for DevOps and SysAdmins.

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Automating Proxmox with Terraform: From Manual ‘Click-ops’ to Professional IaC

By admin April 23, 2026

Switch from Click-ops to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform on Proxmox. A detailed guide to automating VM creation, saving time and reducing configuration errors.

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Installing Windows 11 on KVM/Proxmox: The Best Way to Emulate TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot

By admin April 20, 2026

Installing Windows 11 on Proxmox/KVM often fails due to hardware incompatibility. Learn how to emulate TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot for a proper setup with full updates.

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Proxmox HA: The Ultimate System Rescue at 2 AM Without Leaving Your Bed

By admin April 10, 2026

A hands-on guide to configuring Proxmox VE Cluster and High Availability (HA). This solution enables automatic VM recovery during physical server failures, ensuring maximum uptime for businesses.

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Optimizing KVM/Proxmox Resources: Stop VMs from Draining Your Hardware

By admin April 9, 2026

Managing KVM/Proxmox resources effectively is easy when you know how. Guide on optimizing CPU Type, configuring VirtIO SCSI, and RAM Ballooning tips to prevent bottlenecks.

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Configuring Virtual Firewall and Routing with OPNsense/pfSense in KVM/Proxmox: Building a Secure Virtual Network System

By admin March 24, 2026

Don't let 2 AM network alerts wake you up anymore! Learn how to deploy OPNsense or pfSense as a virtual firewall and router in a KVM/Proxmox environment to enhance security, segment networks effectively, and gain detailed control over data flow for your virtual machines.

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ZFS Storage for Proxmox VE: Setting Up Pools, Snapshots, and Checksum-Based VM Data Protection

By admin March 15, 2026

ZFS brings block-level data integrity checksums and instantaneous snapshots to Proxmox VE — solving the silent corruption problem that LVM-thin is completely blind to. This guide walks through creating a ZFS pool, configuring compression, automating daily snapshots, and scheduling periodic scrubs to protect your VM data.